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Secretaire by Torbjørn Afdal for Nesjestranda, Norway, 1960s
$5,933.90List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Torbjørn Afdal (Designer),Nesjestranda Møbelfabrik (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 35.44 in (90 cm)Width: 37.01 in (94 cm)Depth: 24.02 in (61 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Hägersten, SE
- Reference Number:Seller: afdal secretaire in palisander1stDibs: LU2121311264811
Torbjørn Afdal
Torbjørn Afdal was one of the leading designers at Bruksbo Tegnekontor and in Scandinavia. Afdal became more well known when his furniture was bought by US first lady Jacqueline Kennedy and by the Japanese Emperor. In later years, he was granted the commission to design the parliamentary and chairs and tables to the courthouse in Oslo.
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